Whitepapers

To provide users with complete ruggedized solutions, devices need much more than extremely reliable performance in harsh working conditions. They need security, manageability, support and, when required, readily available service. That way, remote workers can stay productive no matter where they are, what they’re doing or the conditions they face.

It seems every business sector—automotive, aerospace and defense, heavy industry, consumer goods, even agriculture—wants “smarter” products that will comprise the Internet of Things (IoT) and form the basis for the connected factory of the future. For engineering departments, large and small, that means today’s design engineering teams are being asked to create more complex product designs, simulate more advanced mechanical and electrical phenomena, and virtually assemble components as part of larger systems—all in less time.

Find and configure the right workstation to achieve peak performance and get more for your dollar. Combine the right configuration selections with Dell Precision Optimizer software, which comes loaded on all new Dell Precision workstations with Intel® processors, with the Dell and third-party tested and certified software applications, and boost productivity, maximize performance and ensure that you have the best possible experience.

Are you trying to determine if a rugged notebook or tablet is right for your business? Technology Business Research, Inc.(TBR) found in their recent research, purchasers should understand the true value of their mobile computing by calculating the total cost of ownership to see if a switch to rugged systems is worthwhile. In order to help IT and organizational purchasers make the right computing investment, Dell and Intel® recently worked with VDC Research to understand the true total cost of ownership for rugged vs. non–rugged notebooks and tablets in harsh work environments. Read this white paper to see the costs associated with each scenario and to help you determine if a rugged solution would benefit your business.

Government agencies continue to shift workloads from data centers to clouds, giving agency information technology officials more choices and flexibility. The trick is to overcome challenges, such as work silos and legacy IT, to make the most of what cloud has to offer and lower the total cost of ownership, according to experts during the Jan. 10 webcast, “Total Cost of Ownership in the Government Cloud.” Learn more in this informative Digital Dialogue special report.

Government leaders have the unprecedented opportunity to accelerate the path to IT modernization. Download this whitepaper to learn more about the IT trends driving digital transformations and the considerations to be made in determining a successful strategy toward effective and compliant IT modernization. With the right approach, organizations can create an efficient and future-ready launching pad to agilely, cost-effectively and securely meet the needs of constituents, employees and internal customers; accommodate increasing data volumes; and comply with regulatory requirements.

The Defense Department’s focus on net-centric war fighting has sharpened over the past decade. Along the way, its IT contract vehicles have become more important as a way to focus technology on that goal. Network Centric Solutions-2 (NETCENTS-2) is a critical contract vehicle to help the Air Force acquire technology tailored to its specific mission needs.

The smart city train is leaving the station. According to a worldwide user survey conducted by Extreme Networks, 66% of municipal IT staffs are investigating, evaluating, and implementing smart city projects with Internet of Things devices. A broad range of projects are being driven by the very low cost of IoT sensors, the prevalence of smart phones, and the growing demand of residents for more and better services.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is ushering in an era of smart cities and smart government. The benefits of smart government include reduced operating costs, increased responsiveness, improved sustainability, higher efficiency, constantly-available process data, and greater citizen satisfaction. In the consumer world, people have become familiar with smart consumer devices that enable interaction with the smart home via mobile phone. As this moves into government and commercial realms, significant new considerations must be managed.

Cyberattacks are more frequent and sophisticated than ever. According to Akamai’s State of Internet Security Report, web application attacks alone grew by 35% between Q1 2016 and Q1 2017. As attackers become less selective, every agency is at risk. In this infographic we explore how state and local governments are stepping up to battle these growing cyberthreats.

In a recent study by the 1105 Public Sector Media Group, over 115 federal, state and local government respondents were surveyed on their views and their agency’s experiences with VDI. Topics included VDI adoption status, IT challenges and strategies, implementation benefits, and hosting and purchasing preferences. Download this research report to gain access to the survey findings.

Ransomware and other threats to data security are serious concerns for any organization, but the stakes are higher and the risks are greater for government agencies. This paper details the current security challenges confronting government organizations, and provides insights on how a cloud sandbox can protect sensitive data from this 21st-century form of extortion.

Explore how to develop and maintain cloud-based applications with Red Hat. Using OpenShift Container Platform, developers can quickly and easily create applications on demand directly from the tools they use most. Learn more about additional features and benefits here.

With nearly 150 approved contractors, a huge array of products, and stellar customer service, it’s no surprise NASA SEWP (Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement) is still going strong after 24 years. In this special report, we take an in-depth look at this contract’s operations, processes and key offerings as well as highlight the benefits that make SEWP the reigning go-to vehicle for agencies needing to acquire advanced commercial technology.

Federal agencies must deal with critical needs for sensitive data in volume, the most challenging threat environments, the strictest regulations and the most difficult budget constraints – and it’s putting their data at risk. Read the report to learn the state of data threats for federal agencies today, and best practice recommendations from 451 Research.

Critical to certification for meeting FIPS, is the implementation of security controls from NIST800-53, Appendix F. Focusing on the capabilities needed to meet these requirements, this paper provides background about the Vormetric Data Security Platform and the Vormetric Transparent Encryption product that is delivered through that platform.

Over the last few years, cloud computing and infrastructure—the delivery of services to users over a network—has taken the IT world by storm. There’s hardly a government agency that hasn’t already adopted (or isn’t currently considering) a move to cloud-based delivery models, and for good reason: the cloud offers a solution to IT management, resource, and cost challenges facing agencies today. Learn more in this informative report.

Are you taking advantage of the most modern cloud options to empower your agency missions? Cloud solutions are less expensive, more scalable, and promote faster implementation of new services. Hear how both The City of Fort Wayne and The City of Chicago achieved their goals with the cloud in this informative report.

At present, there are a lot of broken links in the security world. It is well-known that attacks on government systems are multiplying and concurrently becoming more sophisticated on a daily basis. Further, the technology the world consumes is becoming more complex, and defending it isn’t such an easy feat. Both enterprises and federal agencies face the daunting task of satisfying security needs while embracing digitalization. Many security experts are asking the question: “what’s the best way?”

Digital services are the future of government. Yet despite the clear need for improved digital services, agencies without a mature digital strategy simply can’t get there. To achieve a successful and sustainable transformation, services must be anchored with reliable security. Download this special report to learn the six strategies agencies should adopt to ensure digital transformations are both effective and secure.

Taking a holistic approach in which tools are fully integrated can strengthen and improve the overall cybersecurity posture of an organization. Agencies can even implement solutions that create a uniform experience for multiple environments where all content is synchronized to assist in the smarter use of data. Download this eBook to explore the top three unique Splunk integrations August Schell identified to help enhance the value of your agency’s security analytics program.

While tablets are becoming less popular with consumers, it is not the case in the government market. While smartphones are becoming widespread, tablet demand is increasing across the government. Download this informative white paper to learn how government agencies are rapidly moving towards a mobile workforce!

Government networking experts are moving away from traditional hardware-based architectures. In this infographic, we outline the critical success factors needed to future proof your agency’s application delivery control. Uncover the benefits of using a software-first architecture, including an improvement in security, increase in agility, and a reduction in operational overhead.

A top challenge for every government agency today is the effective management of cybersecurity risks. Protecting government information and citizens’ personal data has become more challenging as our networks and the amount of data on them has grown exponentially. In this Executive Insights, you’ll learn how a risk-based approach leveraging automation can provide a solid foundation to your agency’s cybersecurity posture.

As agencies address the challenges of adapting their networks to suit modern requirements, and doing so within static or shrinking budgets, they’re forced to make some challenging tactical decisions. Those decisions often involve new approaches and new technologies to streamline network operations and expand network capabilities. Ultimately, agencies are adopting virtualization and software-based network technologies to accommodate increased capacity demands, support new initiatives and reduce costs.

DevOps is changing the way government organizations develop applications to improve business functions and provide better services. However, the process is often obstructed from delivering its full potential value since applications developed for one environment don’t often work as well in another. In this Expert Q&A, Red Hat’s Joel Jackson shares insight on how container technology and microservices can help support the full promise of DevOps.

It can be hard for today’s businesses to create a truly integrated work environment. Having an infrastructure built on outdated technologies can further complicate the situation, resulting in a variety of business challenges. In this eBook, we’ll examine connectivity solutions that can address these issues and provide work groups with the tools they need to be more productive, helping businesses run more efficiently.

Relentless cyber attacks from adversaries have prompted federal agencies to take a more holistic and systematic approach to integrating information security into broader organizational risk management strategies. Practices defined in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) are being employed across the federal government to improve visibility, implement better controls, and support faster responses to cyber threats across IT applications and infrastructure.

As more applications and data are distributed across virtual machines in the cloud, a more agile and scalable solution is needed to enable ever expanding cloud services and, ultimately, the software‐defined data center supporting them. Download this guide to learn more on OpenStack and Ceph storage, including real-world use cases and configuration best practices.

Data growth is a standard problem of the modern digital age. Being data driven to remain in business and increase profitability is not an option; rather, it is a necessity. In these complex times, tighter IT budgets along with the need to shift the focus on business requirements are putting added pressures on IT departments. This whitepaper examines a new era of software-defined storage solutions that allows businesses to build out a service-based storage infrastructure in an economically feasible manner.

Government agencies rely on mobile devices more than ever before. And it’s not just field operatives or inspectors. Agency staffers at all levels are being issued mobile devices. The challenge now for agencies is to ensure productivity and access to the tools they need to do their jobs; while at the same time ensuring those devices are truly secure. Security threats facing mobile devices continue to evolve, and so too must the security solutions and policies that protect those devices.

Despite a modest degree of automation and modernization, the steps federal government employees have to go through to make travel arrangements and then file vouchers is unnecessarily complicated and time-consuming. By adopting best practices already in use by private enterprise, federal government agencies can streamline processes, save money, increase visibility and efficiency, and improve the user experience for both the individual and agency administration.

NASA’s Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) contract vehicle has grown in size and currently operates with 145 contract holders, 119 of which are small businesses. Over the years, SEWP has gone from just one of a number of government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) to the top of the pile. It’s widely considered as one of best run IT-based contracts and has become a go-to resource for government agencies. Download this special report containing expert viewpoints from SEWP Program Manager, Joanne Woytek and experienced contract holders, as we take a deeper dive into SEWP V.

How can you be sure that the DDoS mitigation services provider you bring on board can deliver on the promise to stop the Internet’s largest and most sophisticated attacks? This white paper explores four critical criteria on which to evaluate DDoS mitigation providers before signing on the dotted line. Akamai has developed key questions related to each to help you evaluate a provider’s threat intelligence, experience, mitigation capabilities and capacity. Our guidance is based on Akamai’s practical experience in proven mitigation approaches for different DDoS attack scenarios, as well as on our keen insight into the minds and strategies of cybercriminals and DDoS attackers.

Companies are increasingly reliant on cloud storage and are storing sensitive data in cloud storage, which could be vulnerable to security threats. The Vormetric Cloud Encryption Gateway is a scalable solution that provides the security to use the cloud fully without sacrificing performance.

The manner in which the Army procures its technology to run the Army enterprise continues to evolve almost as rapidly as the technology itself. New and revised contract vehicles provide sensible, cost-effective means of equipping the Army with the latest technologies, including cybersecurity and mobile technology. As Army Chief of Staff General Mark Milley says, new and emerging technologies could “deeply change the character of war.”

The relatively new NETCENTS-2 contract vehicle is a true evolution of earlier iterations. It is intended to provide faster, more flexible and more comprehensive access to a variety of technology categories. The contract aims to provide agencies with network-centric IT, networking, security, voice, video and data communications solutions and services not available through other mandatory-use DoD or Air Force contract formats.

Technology is an increasingly important weapon in law enforcement’s ongoing battle against crime. As criminal elements become more sophisticated, law enforcement agencies must endeavor to remain several steps ahead; which means increased use of things like body-worn cameras, video and data analytics, and cloud-based technologies. The most advanced agencies are planning to use or are already using these cutting edge technologies.

Moving to a hyperconverged infrastructure addresses many of the issues facing federal government agencies these days. It can be more cost-effective, provide greater capacity, increased flexibility, rapid scalability, and promote innovation. This report — presented by Dell, Intel® and Tracewell — details several aspects of the move to hyperconvergence; from establishing a “future-ready” architecture capable of handling massive data stores and the durability requirements of field operations to software-based and virtualized infrastructure.

When it comes to a developing an organizational vision for security, government agencies need to address the frequent view of security as an obstacle to performance and productivity. Agency and IT leaders must weigh the trade-offs between using new technologies and services, and how related security measures would affect workflow. Dell Security believes that’s the wrong way to view security. It maintains that security "done right" can help government organizations to more readily leverage technology, helping their workers to be more productive and to safely access the information and applications they need to do their jobs.

Through interviews with over a dozen senior executives from a range of government agencies, consultancies and technology providers, Forbes Insights examines the state of cloud adoption by government and the likelihood it will soon accelerate.

The U.S. national government has embraced the reality that cybersecurity is one of the most important challenges we face in our digital economy. Find out how Microsoft is working every day to enhance the security of our cloud and our customers.

Body-worn camera technology is a part of more informed police work. Learn valuable lessons from departments that have deployed this technology and have already seen results in The Insider’s Guide to Police Body-Worn Camera Video.

The process of modern software development incorporates agile development practices to more quickly deliver higher quality applications. Download this useful infographic to get a step by step view of how to best navigate your organization through this process.

How can you be sure that the DDoS mitigation services provider you bring on board can deliver on the promise to stop the Internet’s largest and most sophisticated attacks? This white paper explores four critical criteria on which to evaluate DDoS mitigation providers before signing on the dotted line. Akamai has developed key questions related to each to help you evaluate a provider’s threat intelligence, experience, mitigation capabilities and capacity. Our guidance is based on Akamai’s practical experience in proven mitigation approaches for different DDoS attack scenarios, as well as on our keen insight into the minds and strategies of cybercriminals and DDoS attackers.

Across all levels of state and federal government, agencies are embracing the shift to digital services. Many of the moving pieces continue to evolve and work together such as: the steady move to the cloud, the increase in mobile device usage, and the cultural shifts. Download this research report to access further findings from a recent survey covering the strategies for digital government.

Whether they are part of a business or working for a government organization, today’s investigators, security specialists and intelligence analysts are facing extraordinary pressure to respond quickly to a wide range of threats — from cyber attacks, terrorist threats, criminality, and unethical and immoral activities. These attacks are especially challenging as societies are increasing their reliance on cyberspace for economic growth, societal well-being, government operations and critical infrastructure monitoring and management. Concurrent with the increase in cyberspace reliance is an increase in cyberspace vulnerability. This vulnerability is amplified by an increasing frequency and complexity of attacks and highly variable, diverse and rapidly evolving threats. As such, there is a greater burden on organizations to respond in real time.

IBM BigFix and IBM Security QRadar solutions empower IT teams to view up-to-the-minute endpoint intelligence within the context of other vulnerability data, prioritize vulnerabilities for remediation and quickly take corrective action to help minimize risks.

In this report, Ponemon Institute presents findings from in-depth interviews with enterprises who switched to IBM Security QRadar from another Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution. The reports summarizes their rationale for switching SIEM providers as well as metrics on the deployment and performance in managing and containing network traffic anomalies.